Xi'an Restaurant · Intangible Cultural Heritage Shaanxi Cuisine (Hancheng Lake Store)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.1
No. 1 Courtyard, Limohao Cultural Block, Luomen Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Xi'an, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 1 Courtyard, Limohao Cultural Block, Luomen Road. It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Squirrel Fish, Oil Cake, Bubble Oil Cake.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Xi'an
- Category: 地方菜
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: No. 1 Courtyard, Limohao Cultural Block, Luomen Road
- Popular dishes: Squirrel Fish, Oil Cake, Bubble Oil Cake, Stone Pot Cold Tofu Noodles, Mini Meat-filled Flatbread
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Dishes
Squirrel FishSquirrel Fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel after cooking. The mandarin fish is deboned, scored with diagonal cuts, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. Finally, a rich sauce made by stir-frying tomato paste, sugar, and vinegar is poured over it, creating a vibrant color and a squirrel-like appearance.
Oil CakeOil cakes are made primarily from flour, combined with适量 water and oil, then mixed and kneaded into dough. After flattening and pan-frying, they become golden brown on the surface, crispy and crunchy, while soft and layered inside.
Bubble Oil CakeBubble oil cake is a traditional Chinese pastry made from flour, sugar, oil, and water. The dough is rolled thin, folded into small pieces, and deep-fried until bubbles form on the surface and the inside becomes soft. It has a crispy exterior and a sweet, tender interior.
Stone Pot Cold Tofu NoodlesStoneware cold tofu is a dish made primarily from mung bean starch or pea starch, which is heated in a hot stoneware pot and then mixed with seasonings such as garlic, chili oil, soy sauce, vinegar, and cilantro before serving. The tofu has a smooth, refreshing texture and is commonly served as a cold appetizer or snack.
Mini Meat-filled FlatbreadMini meat-filled buns are made by stuffing minced stewed pork into crispy small flatbreads. Main ingredients include pork, flour, and seasonings. First, the pork is slowly simmered with spices, then the flour is shaped into small cakes and baked, finally filling the buns with the seasoned meat.
Golden Award Pan-Fried DumplingsA traditional Chinese dumpling made with pork and scallion, pan-fried until golden and crispy on the outside, with a juicy and flavorful filling inside.
Golden Thread Oil TowerA traditional Shaanxi snack made from refined flour and lard, shaped into golden threads and layered to create a soft, fragrant, and flaky pastry.
Chang'an Stewed Three DelicaciesA Chinese stew featuring chicken, shrimp, and fresh mushrooms, simmered in broth for a rich, savory flavor.
Chang'an Gourd ChickenChang'an葫芦 Chicken is a traditional Shaanxi dish made with a whole chicken and a gourd. The chicken is marinated, stuffed into the gourd, deep-fried until golden and crispy, then steamed to absorb flavor. The skin is crunchy and fragrant, while the meat remains tender and juicy.